Which airbrush to choose for modeling, nails and cakes: rating and reviews

The desire for individuality and perfection in the beauty industry has led to the development of such a direction as airbrushing. With the help of a compact device and accompanying components, nail design and artistic modeling have turned into a special art of custom painting. The airbrush scrupulously controls the thickness and volume of lines, allowing you to create unique patterns or mini-paintings with high precision. Unlike a brush, it guarantees uniform painting of the surface, which is achieved thanks to the special design of the device. The speed of application of enamel and varnish is another indicator of the best qualities of the device.

Manufacturers offer a choice of models for beginners and professionals, not only simple action, but also double, automatic. The type of device, depending on the characteristics of the pigment supply, affects the clarity of the lines, the drawing of small details and the final result in nail design and modeling. Recognized leaders in the domestic market are airbrushes of the brands Iwata, Fengda, Jas.

When choosing a tool, as experts note, you should additionally pay attention to some of its design differences. They provide convenience during use. According to this indicator, devices with different locations of the tank are distinguished - top, side or bottom.

Airbrush rating

To successfully choose a device for painting models, nails or cakes, you should familiarize yourself with a review of airbrushes and the best models on the modern market. Each of them has good reviews and is in demand.

The best airbrushes for modeling

Devices for painting models are mainly represented by simple dual-control devices. The differences are in additional features, cost and capacity.

Badger Sotar 20/20 Fine

The American-made device is equipped with a standard 0.2 mm wide, self-centering nozzle and is controlled according to a dual circuit - the user can adjust the smoothness of the paint and air supply. The device is equipped with a tank with a capacity of 2 ml, the tank is connected to the body.

Badger Sotar 20/20 Fine is one of the popular devices for modeling

The advantages of the model include easy and smooth control, a small exit of the needle from the nozzle when working with the device, this guarantees the accuracy of drawing lines. The device is easy to clean from dried paint residues, and the needle can be removed and reinserted without removing the nozzle. The cost of the device is about 6,000 rubles in retail outlets.

Harder&Steenbeck Infinity 2 in 1

The device of German origin comes complete with two nozzles - 0.15 and 0.4 mm, and also includes 2 tanks, a small one with 2 ml and a larger one with 5 ml. The nozzle of the device is self-centering; the user can control the air supply power during operation.

Harder&Steenbeck Infinity 2 in 1 allows you to accurately apply fine lines

The device is equipped with a limiter, which allows you to set certain values ​​for the operation of the device and apply thin lines evenly and without defects. The device has an internal mixing type, the paint tank is fixed on top. The cost of the device is about 16,000 rubles; reviews characterize it as very reliable and easy to use.

GSI Creos Mr. Airbrush Procon Boy PS-274

The Japanese device comes with a 0.3 mm nozzle, dual independent controls, you can adjust both the paint supply and the air supply. The device is equipped with a 10 ml paint container and allows you to adjust the amount of force on the needle and on the air supply control valve.

Japanese device GSI Creos Mr. Airbrush Procon Boy PS-274 is suitable for painting backgrounds and drawing details

The advantages of the device include its high sensitivity, reliability and versatility; it is suitable for large projects and for drawing small details. The average price of the device is 7,000 rubles.

The best airbrushes for nails

Before purchasing a manicure airbrush, it is also recommended that you familiarize yourself with the list of the best models. Good devices are relatively inexpensive, and offer very wide possibilities.

JAS 1116

The device with internal mixing of air and paint has a nozzle with a 0.2 mm needle and a 2 ml reservoir. When working with the device, you can adjust the line thickness from 0.5 mm and the diameter of the sprayed cloud from 1 to 20 mm.

JAS 1116 - a reliable and inexpensive model for manicure

The device can be refilled with liquids containing alcohol, acetone and water. Reviews of the airbrush for nails confirm that the paint can be applied evenly using the device, without drips or bald spots. The average price of the device is only 1,500 rubles.

Vogue Air AN 07

The dual action airbrush has a narrow 0.3mm nozzle and is good for both fine lines and gradients. The device is equipped with a jet dispersion regulator; the kit additionally includes a compressor, holder, hose and charger. The device makes little noise during operation, does not burden the hand, and is suitable for long-term intensive use. The price of the device is about 6,000 rubles.

Vogue Air AN 07 - a fairly powerful model with a compressor

DIY Nail Art D-401

Easy to use, but functional, the airbrush allows you to create a wide variety of nail designs - create a 3D effect, apply thin lines, make gradient transitions. The diameter of the airbrush nozzle is 0.3 mm, the paint tank is located in the upper part.

The device comes complete with a hose, compressor, power supply, pipette and case. The price of the device is on average 4,000 rubles.

DIY Nail Art D-401 - a set for creating a beautiful manicure

Best airbrushes for cakes

The rating of confectionery airbrushes allows you to choose devices for decorative decoration of baked goods. An automatic dye sprayer will be of interest not only to professional cooks, but also to experienced housewives.

HD-130 with compressor Beauty 6 0000

A semi-professional airbrush is equipped with a standard 0.4 mm nozzle and has five operating speeds, which allows you to apply a pattern to a confectionery product evenly, accurately and very quickly. If you have a little experience, you can use the device to color the background with food coloring or work out very small details of the picture.

The device is often used in confectionery

A compressor and power supply are supplied with the device. The device must be used with Americolor gel food colorings, for which it is best suited. The cost of the device is about 5,000 rubles.

Attention! The HD-130 cannot be used to work with cocoa butter; in this case, the device nozzle is highly likely to become clogged.

Airbrush with compressor TC-12BK

The model with a nozzle diameter of 0.3 mm is intended for background and detailed painting of baked goods. Thanks to the presence of a compressor, the device can be used to work in very large volumes.

An airbrush with a TC-12BK compressor is used both privately and in cafes and confectionery shops

The device uses energy economically and is suitable for both home use and use in cafes and restaurants. The model costs only about 4,500 rubles.

IWATAHP-TR2

Double airbrush with a side-mounted 15 ml tank has a standard 0.5 mm nozzle. The device is considered universal and is used not only in cooking, but also in other areas. However, it is very convenient to use it for confectionery purposes, especially if you need to color cakes or pastries over a large area.

IWATAHP-TR2 is one of the most famous food airbrush devices

When working with the device, it is advisable to use food colorings with a low viscosity so as not to clog the nozzle. The cost of the device is about 10,000 rubles; the device is not only reliable and durable, but also quite light, only about 400 g.

Principle of operation

The device is connected to the compressor through a hose. By pressing the trigger (start button), air is supplied, which captures the coloring composition from the airbrush tank as it moves.

The resulting mixture is sprayed out of the nozzle under pressure, forming something like a torch. The output dye particles are very small and therefore are applied more evenly to the surface without creating roughness.

A special needle serves as a shutter for the nozzle; when pressed, the release lever moves it away, passing the air-paint mixture through the gap. Increasing the impact on the trigger increases the size of the exiting torch.

Expert opinion

Torsunov Pavel Maksimovich

Dye and air supply options determine the different types of devices.

Comparison of models

We present to your attention a table with the main technical parameters of all previously described models. With its help, you can compare them with each other and identify the best option for purchase.

A few simple rules for working with an airbrush that will facilitate the further creative process:

• Dynamic painting - you can’t keep the airbrush in one place for a long time.

• Adjustment of paint pressure and concentration. An even layer is an indicator of the norm. The presence of droplets indicates low pressure, while “spider legs,” on the contrary, indicate too high pressure.

• First the air, then the paint - this is important to remember when turning on the airbrush.

• Cleanliness is the key to successful painting - it is important to thoroughly rinse the airbrush and channels after each use.